Bluecoat Soldier 5 (pi173) Quick Facts
| BrickLink ID | pi173 |
| Theme | Pirates |
| Year Released | 2015 |
| Average Price (Used) | $4.85 |
| Average Price (New) | $6.95 |
| Price Range | $2.25 – $7.60 |
| Parts | 4 |
| Found In | 1 set |
About Bluecoat Soldier 5 - Sweat Drops, Reddish Brown Hair
The LEGO Bluecoat Soldier 5 (pi173) is a Pirates minifigure worth $4.85 on average, released in 2015 and found in 1 set. It has 4 individual parts. The Pirates theme average is $7.16, making this figure below average for its theme.
Bluecoat Soldier 5 - Sweat Drops, Reddish Brown Hair (pi173) is a common Pirates minifigure, averaging $4.85 on BrickLink. At this price point it's usually not worth listing individually — bundle it with other Pirates figures or include it in a themed minifig lot to move it. The value is in volume, not the single sale.
Seller notes
- New/sealed copies sell for $6.95 vs $4.85 used — a 43% premium. If you have this figure still sealed or in excellent condition with all accessories, price it closer to the new average.
- Only 4 parts — quick to assemble and verify completeness. Make sure all pieces are present before listing, especially any printed or unique elements.
- At this price point, list on BrickLink with other Pirates figures to save on shipping and attract buyers building out their collection. Individual listings at low prices rarely justify the packaging time.
Parts in Bluecoat Soldier 5 - Sweat Drops, Reddish Brown Hair (4)
Sets containing Bluecoat Soldier 5 - Sweat Drops, Reddish Brown Hair (1)
Common questions about Bluecoat Soldier 5 - Sweat Drops, Reddish Brown Hair
How much is LEGO pi173 (Bluecoat Soldier 5 - Sweat Drops, Reddish Brown Hair) worth in 2026?
The LEGO Bluecoat Soldier 5 - Sweat Drops, Reddish Brown Hair (pi173) is worth $4.85 used and $6.95 new/sealed on average, based on BrickLink sales data from the last 6 months. Prices range from $2.25 to $7.60 depending on condition. Completeness (all accessories included) and print condition are the biggest factors affecting price.
What sets include the Bluecoat Soldier 5 - Sweat Drops, Reddish Brown Hair minifigure?
Bluecoat Soldier 5 - Sweat Drops, Reddish Brown Hair appears in 1 set: LEGO Chess (40158-1, ~$108.46). Since it was only in one set, it can't be sourced elsewhere — that scarcity is reflected in the price.
How do I identify Bluecoat Soldier 5 - Sweat Drops, Reddish Brown Hair?
Look for the BrickLink ID pi173 — it's the definitive identifier for this figure. Bluecoat Soldier 5 - Sweat Drops, Reddish Brown Hair is made up of 4 parts (a standard minifigure assembly). The parts breakdown on this page shows each component with colors. If you have a loose figure and aren't sure what it is, the brick'em scanner can identify it from a photo in a few seconds.
What's the best way to sell Bluecoat Soldier 5 - Sweat Drops, Reddish Brown Hair?
At this price point, the most efficient approach is to bundle it with other Pirates minifigures in a lot rather than listing individually. On BrickLink, you can list it as part of a themed minifig bundle. On eBay or Mercari, a "LEGO Pirates Minifigure Lot" listing with 5-10 figures will move faster and earn more than individual sales.